Regional Vice President, Operations

Sodexo Careers•San Francisco, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

Sodexo is excited to announce a new leadership opportunity within The Good Eating Company – a premium corporate dining and catering service that provides chef-driven, sustainable, and locally sourced food to workplaces. We’re hiring a Regional Vice President, Operations to drive excellence, inspire performance, and elevate the culinary workplace experience for our clients in the Western Region of the US . This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President. This is a virtual role with frequent travel, most commonly within CA, OR, WA, and AZ. The ideal candidate will reside in the Bay area of California. Our ideal leader combines a high-level EQ with a client-centric approach to drive exceptional relationships and negotiations. You will provide dedicated leadership and development for your team, backed by a strong background in the high-end culinary sector

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in multi-site operations within corporate dining, hospitality or workplace services.
Proven success building and sustaining C-suite client relationships with a focus on strategic partnership and business growth.
Demonstrated ability to lead change management, drive innovation, and cultivate a culture of excellence and accountability.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, optimizing resources, and delivering financial performance in hospitality or service operations.
Expertise in leveraging data, analytics, and KPIs to inform decision-making and drive operational improvements.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 10 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 10 years of multi-unit, support, or strategic leadership experience

Nice To Haves

High-end culinary background preferred.
Master’s preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic operating plan with aligned short and long term goals that support corporate dining priorities, client objectives, and organizational mission.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence.
Identify opportunities to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce cost without compromising quality or experience.
Review and analyze P&L statements, budget variance reports, KPIs, and operational data to ensure achievement of financial goals.
Provide regular performance updates to clients and senior leadership.
Assess financial risks and opportunities, implementing action plans to optimize results.
Leverage data and workplace analytics to inform decision-making and drive operational improvements.
Maintain strong, professional business relationships with C-suite and senior stakeholders.
Ensure delivery of a strategic business plan that supports client culture, workplace engagement, sustainability goals, and organizational priorities.
Partner closely with Sales to identify new opportunities for service expansion and business growth.
Negotiate contracts, renewals, and initiatives related to operational scope.
Build, develop, and lead high-performing operational teams across the region.
Create a collaborative, supportive environment that empowers managers and frontline teams.
Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to elevate capabilities, bench strength, and leadership potential.